Topic: Student Life
Authors of Their Own Destiny
Let these personal insights bring to life a few of those who will call UVA “home” this fall.
August 2, 2018
Welcome, Class of 2022
More than 3,800 first-years will join the Wahoo family this fall. Dig into some of the numbers that shape the Class of 2022.
Fall 2018
Infrequently Asked Questions
Even if you’re not physically strolling the Lawn, let this list of UVA fun facts bring you back, in multiple small ways, to life on Grounds.
July 16, 2018
Say Goodbye to U-Hall
University Hall, the former home to the basketball programs and the venue of legendary concerts, will be demolished to make room for additional sports fields.
Summer 2018
Staking a Position
Professor Willis Jenkins (Grad class of ’06) takes a somewhat unorthodox approach in his "argument lab."
Summer 2018
Top Single
Danielle Collins (Col class of ’16) is climbing the international ranks as she takes down some of the world's top players.
Summer 2018
Happy Swimmers, Fast Swimmers
Many attribute the outstanding results of this year's swimming and diving programs to the fun team culture instilled by the new head coach, Todd DeSorbo.
Summer 2018
She Coaches Kings
Jenny Boucek (Educ class of ’97) is breaking barriers and gaining respect as one of few female coaches in the NBA.
Summer 2018
Family Matters
Joanne Boyle, who served as the women's basketball head coach for seven years, retired after this season to finalize her daughter's adoption process, which could take years.
Summer 2018
Micah Watson Wins Kennedy Center Honor
New graduate Micah Watson (Col class of ’18) won the prestigious Kennedy Center National Undergraduate Playwriting Award for her play, Canaan.
Summer 2018
Intersecting Disciplines
Forget everything you know about required classes. The College rethinks curriculum.
Summer 2018
Celebrating University Hall
U-Hall was home to UVA basketball for 41 years. Celebrate some of the sports victories and other highlights in this retrospective.
May 9, 2018
Measured in Degrees
UVA will confer another several thousand diplomas this spring. We’ve broken down past years’ academic degrees by disciplines. Take a look, and maybe a few clicks, at our interactive charts to explore the two-decade trends in subject-matter popularity.
April 16, 2018
A Day in the (Busy) Life
Second-year basketball player Jocelyn Willoughby takes readers through a typical day full of school and sports.
Spring 2018
Three ’Hoos Earn Marshall Scholarships
Three ’Hoos receive funds to study in the United Kingdom next year.
Spring 2018
A Place to Remember
A new space between Clemons and Alderman libraries provides a place for students to reflect.
Spring 2018
Antiwar Stories
May Days 1970: The week that would change UVA forever, through the eyes of those who were there.
Spring 2018
Top Tackler Wins ‘Academic Heisman’
Former top UVA linebacker Micah Kiser was awarded a $25,000 scholarship for his achievements in the classroom.
Spring 2018
The Whole Package
The Cavaliers have proven consistent throughout the season, even without an all-star, and they hope their versatility holds up in the tournaments.
Spring 2018
Greeks Bearing Gifts
From scholarships to Rotunda restoration, Greek organizations are giving back and standing out in a big way.
Spring 2018
Bowl Bites
Virginia is going bowling! Here are some UVA football lines you can casually but knowingly drop into conversation at your next cocktail party.
December 8, 2017
Going Out on Top
Learn about UVA's Student Council president, the Honor Committee and University Judiciary Committee chairs, the editor-in-chief of the Cavalier Daily, and the co-chairs of the Housing & Residence Life program.
Winter 2017
End of an Era
The Littlepage years saw major gains, some setbacks and lots of tough calls subject to second-guessing.
Winter 2017
Batter Upgrade
Davenport Field is undergoing a major renovation, which includes 1,000 more seats; a 5,000-square-foot development center with batting cages and pitching mounds; a field-level club area; and more.
Winter 2017